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Season Journal
Standings
| # | Team | W | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Detroit Engine-Roar | 14 | 1 | 28 |
| 2 | Oklahoma City Treasure-Chest | 14 | 1 | 28 |
| 3 | San Antonio Skyscrapers | 11 | 4 | 22 |
| 4 | Boston Ring-Chasers | 11 | 4 | 22 |
| 5 | big balls | 11 | 4 | 22 |
| 6 | Cleveland Twin-Towers | 10 | 5 | 20 |
| 7 | New York Over-Timers | 9 | 6 | 18 |
| 8 | Denver Horse-Track | 7 | 8 | 14 |
| 9 | Minnesota Ice-Wall | 7 | 8 | 14 |
| 10 | Houston Blast-Off | 6 | 9 | 12 |
| 11 | Toronto Border-Patrol | 6 | 9 | 12 |
| 12 | Los Angeles Nursing-Home | 5 | 10 | 10 |
| 13 | Orlando Magic-Beans | 4 | 11 | 8 |
| 14 | Phoenix No-Defense | 2 | 13 | 4 |
| 15 | Philadelphia Injury-Report | 2 | 13 | 4 |
| 16 | Miami Heart-Attack | 1 | 14 | 2 |
Pre-season
Kill the cameras, turn off your phones, and shut your mouths because what we're about to witness tonight only happens once in a generation. We're in the belly of an arena where the floor trembles under the bass, where the Jumbotron spits fire, where 20,000 lunatics are screaming their heads off before the tip-off even happens. The franchise walking onto this court isn't a basketball club, it's a war machine forged in the pain of defeat and the madness of impossible comebacks. Every player here has gladiator blood in his veins and an ego size of Texas. Ladies and gentlemen... Big balls! Listen, I've watched hundreds of players come and go in my broadcasting career, but Stephen Curry is something else entirely. He's the kind of player who makes you jump out of your chair and scream "OH SHIT" at your TV without even realizing it. Standing at 188 cm, a wingspan like a pterodactyl, and a killer instinct that even the coaches can't explain. This man feels the game. He knows where the ball is going to land before the shot even leaves the hand. He reads passes like he's reading minds. At this level, it's not basketball anymore, it's straight-up sorcery. But what truly terrifies opponents isn't his highlights, it's his head. Look into his eyes during crunch time. There's nothing there. No stress, no doubt, just a killer's stare that says "give me the ball and get the hell out of the way." Opposing coaches have tried double-teams, triple-teams, zone defense, trash talk, Hack-a-Shaq... Nothing works. The man is programmed for clutch moments. It's genetic, and there's not a damn thing anyone can do about it. Okay, this is either pure genius or a complete mental breakdown, I honestly can't tell yet. The wild card, the stroke of brilliance or insanity depending on how many beers you've had, is that the coach decided to pull a move never before seen in league history: he signed Goku, his brother-in-law and a farmer by trade, on a ten-day contract. The guy showed up to the bench wearing a bucket hat, carrying seed dibber and a cooler, surrounded by 7-foot giants who weigh three times as much. Apparently the coach's theory is that if Goku can place a basketball with the same precision he uses for stubborn soil to "bullseye" the opposing center's head, we've got the play of the century. So far, the guy's biggest achievement is attempting a three-pointer with an underhand toss and asking the ref where the jack ball was. It's absolute madness, the fans are split between hysterical laughter and total despair, but one thing's for sure: no one's ever seen a timeout with such a strong smell of beef jerky and cheap beer on the bench. The budget is starting to look serious. We're no longer in the cheap seats, they've finally got a payroll that lets them look other franchises in the eye. The roster is balanced, there's talent at every position, and the bench isn't a cosmic void anymore. But they're dancing right on the luxury tax line, so every signing is an apothecary's calculation. A blockbuster trade? Possible, but something's gotta give. It's chess, and the GM is a pretty damn good player.
Matchday 1 — vs Detroit Engine-Roar
104-117 (L)
Darth Vader locks eyes with the opponent! The stare of a movie actor who means business!
Magic Johnson, this mammoth, draws the foul but can't capitalize! Tendency to rush!
Jesus Christ throws it away! A pass worse than a messiah tossing the game!
Magic Johnson scrambles but can't close out! Open look given up! Shaky emotions under pressure!
Goku drains it! Emptying the tank like a farmer on double shift!
Intermission. Darth Vader dumps an entire water bottle over her head. Anecdote: Darth Vader lost a bet and had to wear the center's shoes during warm-ups. Size 16. On to the next chapter. The court is just waiting for the ball.
Jesus Christ mouths off and picks up a T! Sometimes predictable game taking over!
Jesus Christ air-mails a pull-up jumper in transition! Way off for this potential GOAT!
Darth Vader manipulates the defense! Manipulation worthy of the script binder on the film character!
Stephen Curry dishes sluggishly! Hot head catching up with this franchise guy!
This bonafide star Stephen Curry shakes hands and moves on. In the end, heavy feet proved costly.
Goku slams his fist on the bench. Stephen Curry places his palm flat, as if to calm the surface. My wife texted me: 'when are you coming home?' I said 'after the game.' That was two hours ago. That's a wrap! And now, the network's masterpiece: 'My Cat, My Battle.' Don't miss the finale.
Matchday 2 — vs Miami Heart-Attack
106-85 (W)
This certified GOAT candidate Darth Vader means business! Fast start at the top of the key!
This franchise guy Stephen Curry with a picture-perfect catch-and-shoot triple! The crowd goes wild!
Magic Johnson plays the passing angle perfectly! Deflection by this living legend!
Darth Vader pinpoints the pass under the basket! Another assist for this once-in-a-lifetime player!
Stephen Curry drives to the weak side! This certified bucket exploiting the rotation!
The players head to the locker room. Stephen Curry is sweating like a racehorse. Anecdote: Stephen Curry threw up before his first pro game. No more pre-game burgers ever since. The players are back on the court. Here we go again!
This living legend Darth Vader erupts for a finger roll! The floodgates are open!
The road crowd tries to rally but Darth Vader silences them! An incredible energy!
Magic Johnson, this absolute unit, sets the perfect screen! Night-in night-out consistency for the team!
Jesus Christ's messiah colleagues watch from the stands, the game banners held high!
Magic Johnson, this potential GOAT, embraces the teammates! A slide across the hardwood! Sweet victory!
Magic Johnson, Stephen Curry, and Goku pose for a group photo at center court. Nobody has a phone. I spent the evening explaining basketball rules to my new intern. He still thinks you can walk with the ball. Until next time! Up next: 'Life Unplugged: A Day Without WiFi.' A shocking documentary.
Matchday 3 — vs Orlando Magic-Beans
126-90 (W)
The game begins and Goku is ready! You can see a gym-rat work ethic written all over his face!
Stephen Curry strings together a pull-up jumper back to the basket. Unreal swagger on full display!
Darth Vader orchestrates the play! Conducting the offense like a veteran movie actor!
Magic Johnson with the smooth bank shot! This generational talent making it look easy!
Darth Vader with a rebound in traffic! The reflexes of a movie actor catching the film character!
Halftime. Darth Vader glances at her phone for two seconds and puts it back. Physio's confession: Darth Vader purrs when you massage her calves. Like a cat. A big cat. There they are. The coach must have found the right words.
Darth Vader hits the triple! Three lengths ahead, three cheers for this movie actor turned baller!
The rout is on! Jesus Christ's their bare hands dismantled the opposition like the game!
Jesus Christ, this smooth operator, accidentally passes to the ref! Nice assist this first-ballot legend!
Darth Vader pumps their fist! The fist that grips the script binder all day!
This certified GOAT candidate Darth Vader walks off to a standing ovation! An electric crowd! Incredible!
Darth Vader drops to her knees and kisses the court. Goku pretends to gag. Yours truly survived this game without losing his voice. It was touch and go. We're out! And now, 'House Hunters: Broom Closet Edition.' Cozy open concept.
Matchday 4 — vs Philadelphia Injury-Report
132-88 (W)
Magic Johnson penetrates into position! This guy with rings on every finger not wasting any time!
Darth Vader converts the and-one! Tough as portraying the film character all day!
Stephen Curry quarter-backs the possession! Assist for a buzzer beater! What a pass!
Stephen Curry posts up the ball beautifully for a tear drop! What touch!
Jesus Christ anticipates the cut and deflects the damn ball! This all-time great reading minds!
The players head to the locker room. Jesus Christ is sweating like a racehorse. Fun fact: Jesus Christ blocked a shot in the finals... And dislocated a thumb celebrating. Classic. Here we go again. The players have changed jerseys.
Magic Johnson scores with freakish explosiveness. A hook shot along the baseline! Too smooth!
This franchise cornerstone Jesus Christ adds another! This is a demolition job!
The announcer confused Goku's stat line with a farmer's daily output! Easy mistake!
Jesus Christ fires away and celebrates! A victory dance in the paint! The crowd erupts!
This all-time great Darth Vader led from start to finish! Comprehensive win!
Goku hugs the mascot. Stephen Curry hugs the referee. Awkward. Tonight I had a revelation: Stephen Curry runs exactly like my neighbor when he misses the bus. Thanks everyone! Up next: 'Ice Road Truckers: Uber Eats Delivery on a Rainy Night.'
Matchday 5 — vs Phoenix No-Defense
124-98 (W)
Goku, this bonafide star, embraces the electric crowd! Game on!
Goku, this smooth operator, with a silky catch-and-shoot triple driving to the hoop! Smooth operator!
This absolute legend Magic Johnson with a critical stop! A perfect contest when it counts!
This basketball god Jesus Christ orchestrates the offense facing the rim! Maestro!
Darth Vader zones up! Defensive zone like a movie actor's the film character zone!
Halftime. Stephen Curry is holding his ribs walking toward the tunnel. Anecdote: Stephen Curry tried to impress the Phoenix No-Defense players with a warm-up dunk. Hit the rim. With his face. Tipoff! The ref blows the whistle, the ball is in the air.
Goku with a sky hook! The finesse of the seed dibber right there on the den!
Stephen Curry attacks to an eruption! A Playoff atmosphere! What a moment!
Stephen Curry fades away the leather into the right hands! This jersey-selling name quarterback!
The duality of Darth Vader: movie actor precision meets the Spalding artistry!
Jesus Christ waves goodbye to the venue! See you next time, from their bare hands to the pill!
Jesus Christ makes a heart with his hands toward the camera. Darth Vader makes a bigger heart. Magic Johnson makes a massive heart. During the third quarter, I spilled my soup. Yes, I had soup in the booth. Don't judge. See you tomorrow. In the meantime, it's 'Who Wants to Marry My Goldfish.' Good luck with that.
Matchday 6 — vs Los Angeles Nursing-Home
114-83 (W)
This basketball god Jesus Christ opens the scoring! A buzzer beater! Early advantage!
Jesus Christ scoops it up and in! The touch of a messiah with the game!
Darth Vader, this versatile guy, finds the trailer! A hook shot off the assist, easy money!
Magic Johnson, this towering presence, elevates for a monster floater!
Stephen Curry slides the feet perfectly and forces a miss! Scary good handles in every step!
Break time. Jesus Christ bolts to the locker room without looking at anyone. Fun fact: Jesus Christ was voted best-looking player on the team. By his mom. In a poll she created herself. Resumption imminent. The players wrap up their express warm-up.
Magic Johnson, this basketball god, drops a fadeaway jumper at half court! Pure artistry!
Stephen Curry with a showtime pull-up jumper! This top-tier talent enjoying every second!
Jesus Christ accidentally yelled their messiah catchphrase during the play!
Stephen Curry, this versatile guy, flexes on the crowd! A primal scream after a devastating dunk!
Jesus Christ pumps the fist as the buzzer goes! This all-time great savors the win!
Magic Johnson takes Stephen Curry by the hand and they bow to the crowd like stage actors. Confession: I bet against my favorite team tonight. Superstition. It works half the time. Thanks for tonight. And now: '60 Minutes: The Secrets of the Office Coffee Machine.'
Matchday 7 — vs Toronto Border-Patrol
100-94 (W)
Goku, this versatile guy, sets the tone immediately! Eyes in the back of the head from the jump!
Stephen Curry, this swiss-army-knife type, muscles in for a half-court heave! Pure power!
This max-contract guy Stephen Curry with the screen navigation! Gets through and contests!
Stephen Curry with the incredible court vision! This franchise guy sees passes nobody else does!
This elite player Stephen Curry adjusts at halftime and comes out sharp! Adaptation!
Coach calls everyone back. Stephen Curry drags his feet toward the tunnel. Little secret: Stephen Curry has a secret TikTok account with 12 followers. Posts cooking tutorials. Jump ball to restart. Let the second half begin!
Magic Johnson, this big fella, glides at the buzzer for a silky half-court heave!
Stephen Curry soaks in a boiling cauldron! This All-Star caliber talent living for these moments!
Goku finds the open teammate! This top-tier talent making everyone better!
The stadium knows it! Magic Johnson is special! This guy with rings on every finger writing legacy!
Jesus Christ, this combo guard, takes the final bow! A team high-five! Dominant display!
Jesus Christ rips the net off the rim. Darth Vader wraps it around her neck like a scarf. Fun fact: my sound engineer fell asleep during the second quarter. I woke him with an elbow. See you soon. And now: '911: My Cat Climbed on Top of the Wardrobe.'
Matchday 8 — vs Minnesota Ice-Wall
102-98 (W)
Magic Johnson, this all-time great, wins the opening tip! Great start for the team!
Goku forces the turnover! Pressuring like cultivating the stubborn soil under deadline!
Magic Johnson rushes a two-handed slam at the top of the key! Heavy feet creeping in!
Darth Vader converts along the baseline! A tear drop with trademark next-level basketball IQ!
This basketball god Magic Johnson uses the floater over this oversized freak coverage! Smart!
First half is done. Darth Vader is chugging Gatorade like it's water. Rumor has it Darth Vader tried to recruit the pizza delivery guy for the team. The guy was 6'9". Here we go again. The players have changed jerseys.
Jesus Christ with the money shot! Worth its weight in their bare hands!
Jesus Christ forces the bad shot! Their bare hands intimidation factor!
Jesus Christ soaks in a crowd fully behind them! A messiah savoring life beyond their bare hands!
Darth Vader breaks the tie! A layup! This generational talent wants to be the hero!
Stephen Curry, this guy everybody knows, points to the crowd! A raised fist! This was for the fans!
Magic Johnson, Jesus Christ, and Stephen Curry pose for a group photo at center court. Nobody has a phone. On my end, I ate peanuts through the entire third quarter. Salt is my drug of choice. That's all! Coming up: 'Hotel Hell: Airbnb With No Lock Edition.' Chills guaranteed.
Matchday 9 — vs Houston Blast-Off
110-90 (W)
Goku starts in the center! Playing the center way a farmer plays with the seed dibber!
A bank shot from Goku! This max-contract guy is putting on a show tonight!
Stephen Curry, this versatile guy, blankets the shooter on the low block! No daylight!
Stephen Curry pulls up and finds the trailer for a free throw! Great awareness!
Goku communicates the switch! Clear as a farmer's instructions!
Buzzer sounds, halftime! Stephen Curry walks head down toward the tunnel. Bus driver's confession: Stephen Curry raps gibberish during road trips. Loudly. Here we go. Tactical adjustments have been made.
Magic Johnson, this hall-of-fame lock, threads the needle for a scoop layup driving to the hoop!
Listen to that roar! Stephen Curry takes off and the place explodes!
This household name Magic Johnson celebrates the teammate's score! It's about the team!
This first-ballot legend Magic Johnson is the heartbeat of this team! A dramatic twist leadership!
Jesus Christ is named player of the game! The messiah is also the star!
Darth Vader does a handstand. Jesus Christ holds her by the feet. The crowd holds its breath. My evening in summary: yell, drink coffee, yell again, spill the coffee, yell some more. We're done! And now: 'The Voice: Office Karaoke After Two Beers Edition.'
Matchday 10 — vs Denver Horse-Track
107-108 (L)
Stephen Curry, this combo guard, announced to huge cheers! A roaring arena!
Jesus Christ floats one in from under the basket! Delicate as a messiah with their bare hands!
This max-contract guy Goku commits the and-one foul! Tendency to rush in positioning!
Stephen Curry, this franchise guy, pulls the trigger at half court but no luck!
Goku cuts the deficit! Cutting through with the seed dibber sharpness!
Finally a breather. Magic Johnson has calf cramps, the physio rushes over. Anecdote of the day: Magic Johnson forgot his shorts on the last road trip. Played in borrowed shorts two sizes too big. Let's go, we're back. The crowd claps in rhythm.
Stephen Curry, this swiss-army-knife type, chokes on the big stage! Right from the tip-off miss!
Goku walks away muttering! Muttering about the stubborn soil under their breath!
Jesus Christ plays with the game on their mind and the orange in their hands!
This franchise cornerstone Darth Vader misses the free throws! Occasional mental lapses at the line!
Goku walks off in defeat! Even a farmer's skills couldn't save tonight!
Jesus Christ walks like someone carrying the weight of the world. Stephen Curry drags one foot after the other. On my end, the AC in the booth broke down. I sweated more than Stephen Curry. Good evening! Up next: 'Criminal Minds: Finding the Colleague Who Steals Yogurt from the Fridge.'
Matchday 11 — vs New York Over-Timers
104-90 (W)
Goku looks dialed in from the start! Iron discipline preparation showing!
A free throw from downtown by Magic Johnson! This absolute unit with the long range!
Magic Johnson, this 7-footer, erases the shot at the rim! Rim protector!
Magic Johnson shoots and dishes! Gorgeous feed from downtown! Ridiculous creativity!
Goku executes the delay! Patient as a farmer waiting for the seed dibber results!
Halftime! Jesus Christ has the hardwood pattern imprinted on his elbow. Intel: Jesus Christ once called an imaginary timeout in the middle of a game. The ref actually hesitated. Here we go again. The players have changed jerseys.
Magic Johnson steps back the damn ball with purpose! A catch-and-shoot triple! This generational talent means business!
A packed arena fills the arena! This All-Star caliber talent Stephen Curry feeds off the energy!
Goku does the dirty work! Hands dirty like a farmer at the end of the day!
Goku is the protagonist tonight! This big-name player authoring a masterpiece!
Goku tosses the pill in the air! A bench mob celebration! This headliner mission accomplished!
Magic Johnson does a backflip. Well, he tries. Darth Vader applauds the effort. My wife texted me: 'when are you coming home?' I said 'after the game.' That was two hours ago. Thanks for being here. Coming up: 'Forbidden Zone: Behind the Scenes of a Vending Machine.'
Matchday 12 — vs Cleveland Twin-Towers
101-98 (W)
Goku steps onto the den! From cultivating the stubborn soil to this, game time!
Darth Vader, this combo guard, swats it into the third row! A brilliant anticipation!
A scoop layup from Jesus Christ hits the iron! Tendency to rush under the spotlight!
Goku with the step-back free throw! Creating space like a farmer with the seed dibber!
Jesus Christ uses the hesitation dribble! Iron discipline creating separation!
Break! Goku takes his jersey off before even reaching the locker room. Little scoop: Goku logs every game in a notebook. With stars and smiley faces. At that age. The show goes on. Players take position. Silence. Whistle.
Goku dishes and finishes through contact! And-one on a strategic timeout!
Darth Vader deflects the pass! Redirecting with movie actor instincts!
The announcer calls Goku 'The farmer!' the floor roars its approval!
Darth Vader, this combo guard, comes up big! A deep three on the final possession! Legend!
Stephen Curry grabs the game ball! This guy everybody knows earned it tonight!
Jesus Christ and Darth Vader share a 30-second hug. Stephen Curry wants in. Gets pushed away. Final confession: I still don't know how to pronounce Jesus Christ's name. Forgive me. See you soon. In the meantime: 'Wipeout: IKEA on a Saturday.' Worse than the actual obstacles.
Matchday 13 — vs Boston Ring-Chasers
112-102 (W)
This first-ballot legend Jesus Christ catches the ball early and goes to work! Opening salvo!
Darth Vader with the fadeaway bank shot! Smooth as the script binder in action!
Magic Johnson with the huge crucial offensive board driving to the hoop! This basketball god says no!
This franchise guy Stephen Curry finds the open man! Assist and a finger roll!
Goku goes to the post! That farmer strength is showing!
Halftime. Goku's hair is completely soaked, like climbing out of a pool. Fun fact: Goku was voted best-looking player on the team. By his mom. In a poll she created herself. The players emerge from the tunnel. Stern faces, clenched fists.
Darth Vader drops a deep three from beyond the arc! Range that would impress any movie actor!
This all-time great Jesus Christ brings a cathedral silence to a new level! Incredible scene!
Stephen Curry, this headliner, runs the play exactly as drawn! Execution!
This undisputed superstar Magic Johnson with a performance for the ages! A live masterclass chapter!
Darth Vader finishes with a monster stat line! Numbers a movie actor would be proud of!
Magic Johnson and Stephen Curry do celebratory push-ups. Goku counts out loud. Definitely cheating. On my end, I ate three chocolate bars during the timeouts. Sports make you hungry, even in the booth. That's it. Up next: 'Anthony Bourdain Visits: The Park-and-Ride in Poughkeepsie.' Culture shock.
Matchday 14 — vs San Antonio Skyscrapers
97-105 (L)
Jesus Christ comes out hot! Heated up and ready, the messiah means business!
Brick! Magic Johnson misfires at half court! Ego the size of Texas at the worst time!
Jesus Christ, this swiss-army-knife type, commits the travel! Tendency to force bad shots in the footwork!
This absolute legend Magic Johnson caught ball-watching! Backdoor cut for an easy score!
Stephen Curry, this world-class player, unleashes a tear drop from the left corner! Bang!
Back in the locker room, Magic Johnson sits down and stares at the ceiling. Did you know? Magic Johnson has a personal mini-fridge in the locker room. Nobody knows what's inside. Here they come. You can read the determination on their faces.
This once-in-a-lifetime player Darth Vader stares at the ref! That look could freeze water!
Darth Vader dribbles but the shot rims out! Limited stamina rears its ugly head!
Goku outsmarts the opponent! The brains of a farmer with the seed dibber!
Stephen Curry misses from fatigue! This top-tier talent can't get the elevation in the paint!
This potential GOAT Darth Vader leaves the court with head held high. Fought to the end.
Magic Johnson's lip is trembling. Darth Vader dodges the cameras by pulling up her hood. Confession: I bet against my favorite team tonight. Superstition. It works half the time. See you tomorrow! Up next: 'Extreme Reading: The Terms and Conditions.' 4-hour special.
Matchday 15 — vs Oklahoma City Treasure-Chest
96-119 (L)
Magic Johnson takes the floor with that look in his eyes! He came to play tonight!
Goku with the off-balance thunderous slam! This multi-time All-Star couldn't set the feet!
Magic Johnson posts up into a dead end from the right corner! Turnover! Hot head!
Stephen Curry gets burned on the drive! Hot head in lateral movement!
This basketball god Magic Johnson goes to work from the right corner! A devastating dunk drops beautifully!
Break! Jesus Christ heads straight to the bathroom moment he hits the locker room. I've been told Jesus Christ once ordered a pizza during a timeout. The coach was not amused. We resume. Eyes locked in, jaws clenched.
This living legend Magic Johnson hangs the head after the miss! Deflated back to the basket!
Jesus Christ can't get it to fall! Gravity treats the Wilson differently than the game!
Magic Johnson sets the screen at the perfect angle! This global icon cerebral play!
Magic Johnson, this towering presence, is drenched in sweat! Emptying the tank!
This guy with rings on every finger Magic Johnson congratulates the opponent. Class in defeat from this guy with rings on every finger.
Magic Johnson mutters 'damn' under his breath. Stephen Curry says 'yeah' in the same tone. Tonight I learned Magic Johnson used to be a farmer before basketball. Found out during a timeout. Threw me off completely. Alright, good night! Up next: 'Planet Earth: Exploring the World from My Couch.' Immersive documentary.
big balls ends the season #5 with a 11W-4L record. Season MVP: Stephen Curry.
Season Journal
Kill the cameras, turn off your phones, and shut your mouths because what we're about to witness tonight only happens once in a generation. We're in the belly of an arena where the floor trembles under the bass, where the Jumbotron spits fire, where 20,000 lunatics are screaming their heads off before the tip-off even happens. The franchise walking onto this court isn't a basketball club, it's a war machine forged in the pain of defeat and the madness of impossible comebacks. Every player here has gladiator blood in his veins and an ego size of Texas. Ladies and gentlemen... Big balls!
Listen, I've watched hundreds of players come and go in my broadcasting career, but Stephen Curry is something else entirely. He's the kind of player who makes you jump out of your chair and scream "OH SHIT" at your TV without even realizing it. Standing at 188 cm, a wingspan like a pterodactyl, and a killer instinct that even the coaches can't explain. This man feels the game. He knows where the ball is going to land before the shot even leaves the hand. He reads passes like he's reading minds. At this level, it's not basketball anymore, it's straight-up sorcery.
But what truly terrifies opponents isn't his highlights, it's his head. Look into his eyes during crunch time. There's nothing there. No stress, no doubt, just a killer's stare that says "give me the ball and get the hell out of the way." Opposing coaches have tried double-teams, triple-teams, zone defense, trash talk, Hack-a-Shaq... Nothing works. The man is programmed for clutch moments. It's genetic, and there's not a damn thing anyone can do about it.
Okay, this is either pure genius or a complete mental breakdown, I honestly can't tell yet. The wild card, the stroke of brilliance or insanity depending on how many beers you've had, is that the coach decided to pull a move never before seen in league history: he signed Goku, his brother-in-law and a farmer by trade, on a ten-day contract. The guy showed up to the bench wearing a bucket hat, carrying seed dibber and a cooler, surrounded by 7-foot giants who weigh three times as much. Apparently the coach's theory is that if Goku can place a basketball with the same precision he uses for stubborn soil to "bullseye" the opposing center's head, we've got the play of the century. So far, the guy's biggest achievement is attempting a three-pointer with an underhand toss and asking the ref where the jack ball was. It's absolute madness, the fans are split between hysterical laughter and total despair, but one thing's for sure: no one's ever seen a timeout with such a strong smell of beef jerky and cheap beer on the bench.
The budget is starting to look serious. We're no longer in the cheap seats, they've finally got a payroll that lets them look other franchises in the eye. The roster is balanced, there's talent at every position, and the bench isn't a cosmic void anymore. But they're dancing right on the luxury tax line, so every signing is an apothecary's calculation. A blockbuster trade? Possible, but something's gotta give. It's chess, and the GM is a pretty damn good player.
big balls ends the season #5 with a 11W-4L record. Season MVP: Stephen Curry.
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